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Making Their Mark<\/a>: Madison County<\/h1>\n

The historical marker for Madison County will honor 9 African American men elected to the legislature in the 19th century.<\/p>\n

Current status (April 21, 2026): approved by Board of Supervisors and MDAH, submitted to manufacturer for delivery in late 2026<\/p>\n

Eventually, this page will include the marker text and photo along with information and photos related to the community event to be held in Canton.<\/p>\n

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\nGeorge Edwards<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Alfred
\nAlfred Newton Handy<\/a><\/p>\n

\"J
\nJohn Franklin Henry<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nDavid Jenkins<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nJohn Johnson<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Matthew
\nMatthew Levy<\/a><\/p>\n

\"S
\nSamuel W. Lewis<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nAdam D. Simpson<\/a><\/p>\n

\"James
\nJames J. Spelman<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Making Their Mark: Madison County The historical marker for Madison County will honor 9 African American men elected to the legislature in the 19th century. Current status (April 21, 2026): approved by Board of Supervisors and MDAH, submitted to manufacturer for delivery in late 2026 Eventually, this page will include the marker text and photo … <\/p>\n

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